Sr. Engineer - ADAS/EV/AV (MS/PhD)

Overview As a Senior Engineer in Exponent’s Vehicle Engineering Practice, you will advance ADAS and AV-related projects from analysis to reporting, applying hands-on testing and measurement skills. You will develop automotive expertise and lead test programs, helping clients improve vehicle performance, safety, and regulatory compliance. Your work will span full project lifecycles, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality, impactful solutions. This role offers growth through mentorship and a culture that values learning and collaboration. Compensation / Benefitsbase salarybi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity effortsannual bonus401(k) employer contribution of 7%Life@Exponent programs (health and well-being) ResponsibilitiesSupport ADAS/AV and vehicle performance analysis and testing projects (emissions, NVH, drivability, acceleration, etc.)Develop specialized automotive expertise in design, performance, and testing of automotive techSet up and run various test programs, including full-scale vehicle tests and component/control evaluationsManage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring deadlines and quality standardsContribute to safety assessments, regulatory considerations, and product design evaluationsCommunicate technical findings clearly to specialists and non-specialists Key requirementsPh.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or related field; 2+ years experience (or Master’s +4+ years)Experience in ADAS/AVs, vehicle safety, design, testing, deploymentKnowledge of automotive systemsField or lab measurement experienceAnalytical and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of dynamics, mechanical design, and control systemsP.E. license or willingness to obtain oneWillingness to travel, overtime, and work in a teamStrong leadership and communication skills; excellent written documentationAuthorized to work in the United States without sponsorshipleadershipclear written communicationteam orientationADAS/AVs experiencevehicle safety and systems knowledgetesting and deployment of automotive technology